Forage yield and quality improve when legumes are frost-seeded at the right time, says University of Missouri Extension state forage specialist Craig Roberts. Frost seeding, a method of broadcasting seeds over snow- or frost-covered pastures, improves poor pastures at a low cost. Seeds work their way into the soil and germinate as the ground freezes […]
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Chillicothe City Council approves 2021 COBRA rates and adopts Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Chillicothe City Council on January 25th approved 2021 COBRA rates and a resolution adopting the Hazard Mitigation Plan. City Administrator Darin Chappell explains if someone leaves the employment of the city, he or she is entitled to have COBRA coverage on health insurance for 18 months with the city insurance company. The city has […]
Governor Parson announces launch of new COVID-19 vaccination dashboard
Governor Mike Parson announced the launch of a new COVID-19 vaccination dashboard containing Missouri-specific data submitted by providers from across the state. “We are excited to announce the launch of Missouri’s COVID-19 vaccination dashboard. This dashboard will provide Missourians with the most up-to-date, Missouri-specific data available,” said Governor Parson. “It is important that we provide this resource […]
Missouri State Auditor begins citizen requested audit of Belton in Cass County
Missouri State Auditor Nicole Galloway today announced her office has begun an audit of the city of Belton, located in Cass County. Residents of the city requested the audit through the petition process. “The petition audit process allows citizens to be engaged and ensure accountability with their local government,” Auditor Galloway said. “I look forward […]
Number of COVID-19 cases in Grundy County approaching 1,000
The Grundy County Health Department on Monday morning reported the total number of COVID-19 cases since testing began is closing in on one thousand. The numbers show 998, of which 772 are confirmed and the balance, 226, is listed as probable. Grundy County’s active cases of COVID-19 have dropped to 47 which is the fewest […]
Iowa man to be arraigned in Caldwell County court after road rage incident where he repeatedly rammed car
An arraignment has been scheduled for a man from Iowa who faces multiple felony charges in Caldwell County after what was described as a road rage incident by law enforcement in December. Forty-two-year-old Ty Matthew Vaughn of Morning Sun, Iowa is scheduled in Division One of Circuit Court on February 9th. Vaughn has been charged […]
Missouri Hospital Association honors Carroll County Memorial Hospital with 2020 Distinguished Service Award
Carroll County Memorial Hospital was one of many health systems honored with the 2020 Distinguished Service Award by the Missouri Hospital Association. “I am honored to be able to present the Missouri Hospital Association’s Distinguished Service Award to all Missouri hospitals for their Above and Beyond commitment to service during this very difficult year,” said […]
Department of Health and Senior Services implements electronic physician certification for medical Marijuana patients
The Section for Missouri Medical Marijuana Regulation at the Department of Health and Senior Services announced that it has begun rolling out a new function in its online system for patient registration that will allow physicians to submit patient certifications electronically. Today, the Medical Marijuana program began reaching out to physicians to explain the upcoming […]
Governor Parson announces mass vaccination and targeted vaccination sites across the state of Missouri
During a briefing at the State Capitol, Governor Mike Parson announced that the Missouri National Guard will begin assisting the Department of Health and Senior Services and other state partners in establishing COVID-19 vaccination sites across the state. A mass vaccination team will be assigned to each of Missouri’s nine Highway Patrol regions. “The Missouri […]
Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri encourages high school seniors to apply for scholarships
The Community Foundation of Northwest Missouri encourages high school seniors to begin the process of applying for over 100 college scholarships and thousands of dollars administered by the Community Foundation. In 2020, $182,650.00 was awarded to graduating seniors from across northwest Missouri through the management of the Community Foundation. The process is simple and there […]
Audio: January is typically the coldest month of the year, but January 2021 is the exception
January is typically the coldest month of the year in north Missouri, however, that’s not the case thus far in 2021. Over the first 20 days, the minimum temperature in Trenton has averaged 25 degrees. The coldest was 10 degrees on the morning of January 3rd. In fact, Trenton has had only one single-digit minimum […]
Great Northwest Day at the Capitol to be held as virtual event in 2021
The Great Northwest Day at the Capitol will go virtual this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Great Northwest Live Event will advocate regional priorities with state legislators from February 1st through 3rd. Participants are encouraged to ask questions on the Great Northwest Day at the Capitol Facebook page. The schedule includes a legislative […]
Livingston County Health Center announces online waiting list for COVID-19 vaccine
The Livingston County Health Center announces an online waiting list for residents who are interested in being vaccinated for COVID-19 once the supply is secured. Governor Mike Parson has opened Phase 1B for vaccinations, but the health center does not currently have vaccine available for that phase, which includes individuals at higher risk due to […]
Health departments in Missouri fighting a lack of vaccine as new tiers open up on state COVID-19 plan
Wondering where to go to get a COVID-19 vaccine in Missouri? On Friday, the state launched an interactive map detailing where over 1,100 providers are located across the state. But not all locations identified on the map as providing the vaccine, actually have vaccines on hand to administer. And reports that the federal government has already exhausted its […]
Grundy County adds 6 new cases of COVID-19
Monday mornings’ COVID-19 update from the Grundy County Health Department shows the number of confirmed and probable cases are nearly 1,000 since the testing began in 2020. Six confirmed cases have been added since the last report on Friday. The number of active cases has dropped down to 62. That’s 18 fewer than the Friday […]
Grundy County Health Department hopes to receive second shipment of COVID-19 vaccine next week
Grundy County Health Department Administrator Elizabeth Gibson previously reported the office this week received one of two anticipated deliveries of the Pfizer vaccine to immunize individuals such as patient-facing health care providers and staff. It is hoped the second delivery will be next week, also for those individuals. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Special Olympics Missouri, Polar Plunge to be held at Simpson Park in Chillicothe
A Special Olympics Missouri Polar Plunge will be held at Simpson Park in Chillicothe to benefit training and competition of Special Olympics Missouri North Area athletes. The Chillicothe Correctional Center will host the event on February 13th. Registration will begin that morning at 11 o’clock, and the plunge for anyone at least 10 years old […]
Scholarships for high school seniors now available through FCS Financial
Since 2004, FCS Financial has provided more than $670,000 to Missouri high school seniors seeking higher education. Up to 35 scholarships, each at $1,500 will be awarded to children or grandchildren of FCS Financial members. The scholarship deadline is March 1 and recipients will be notified in April. Applicants must be a graduating senior at […]